Hilltop Heroes Wear Their Capes

September 23, 2016September 23, 2016 twhimsLeave a comment

We were thrilled to meet the students and staff at Hilltop School in Mendham Borough today at our Hero Assembly. It was another great day filled with many smiles and examples of children wearing their Capes.

Hilltop School’s character education program is focusing on being a kindness superhero, which correlates perfectly with our theme. The students and staff have created a Respect bulletin board in their front lobby, which they hope to fill with pictures of their students wearing the Cape.

The students at Hilltop School promised their principal, Mr. David Heller, that they would begin using the Hero strategies taught during our assembly in class and at recess. We are so proud of you, Hilltop School.

Please email leighann@wearthecapekids.com for more information or to book a Hero Assembly at a school near you.

In Kindness,

Leigh Ann Errico

Amazing Heroes Wear the Cape at Dickerson School In Chester, NJ

September 20, 2016 twhimsLeave a comment

Today we had the privilege of presenting our Hero Assembly at Dickerson School in Chester, New Jersey. We were welcomed with open arms by the staff, students, and principal, Ms. Fair.

During certain times in our assemblies, we call students to the front for a role-play activity, to practice our “Stop and Think, Help or Hurt” strategy. Christopher, a first grader at Dickerson Elementary, left us all smiling when he answered with a clever statement: It’s good to be kind!

Indeed, it is.

We thank Dickerson School for being Better Than That™ and wearing their Capes. For more information on bringing a Hero Assembly to a school near you, please email Leigh Ann Errico at leighann@wearthecapekids.com.

In Kindness,
Leigh Ann Errico

Our Life Lesson From The Best Teacher in the Universe

September 18, 2016September 18, 2016 twhimsLeave a comment

Educator, Mrs. Mary Tuohy teaches core-value life lessons everyday in her classroom.

I was touched when my child came home with a “Goodie Bag” from his teacher that was filled with uncorrelated items. It wasn’t until I read the attached letter, from his teacher, Mrs. Tuohy, the most wonderful teacher in the universe, that I understood the significance of these every-day items – and my heart was overjoyed.

The simplest, seemingly insignificant, every-day items, which are listed below, should also be used, as Mrs. Tuohy so beautifully suggests, as a gentle reminder for us to “ learn the real lessons life has to offer.”

I share this with you in hopes that when you come across these everyday items, you will take a small moment to quickly reflect on the key messages of good character and kindness, and share them with others.

Eraser: To remind you everyone makes mistakes. Give them the benefit of the doubt.
Rubber Band: Remember to be flexible.
Band – Aid: In case someone’s feelings get hurt.
Toothpick: Remember to pick out the best qualities in everyone.
Pencil: Remember your blessings.
Tea Bag: Take time for yourself.
Chocolate: You will need all the energy you can get.
Glue: Stick with those who touch your life with love.
Candy Kiss: To remind you to kiss your child every day.